PCOD in Women – Causes and Remedies

Posted on December 24, 2007 in Latest News

Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) is a multi-organ involved disease or a condition that is created due to hormonal imbalances in women. It is also known as hyper androgen related disease, which is not curable but can be controlled.

How does it occur?
In PCOD patients, many follicles will be developed and none of them grows enough to mature in to an egg. In this case, follicles no more remain as follicles, they become cysts. With each menstruation cycle, these cysts accumulate and further facilitate harmonal imbalances, which results in more cysts, thus establishing a vicious cycle. Out of group of cysts, some will subside and many still remain inside the ovaries to make them polycystic. The harmonal imbalances create irregular menstruation in women making them susceptible to infertility problems. The disorder is probably the most common hormonal abnormality in women of reproductive age and certainly is a leading cause of infertility.

Causes
PCOD patients were once dismissed as “fat” women with no self-control. However, this is not the only reason. There are three broad reasons why PCOD patients seek medical care, says Dr. Nitin Patankar, an Obesity Consultant, based in Mulund:

  1. menstrual cycle disturbance and infertility
  2. problems of appearance and self esteem arising from obesity and excessive hair growth, and
  3. metabolic derangements, including abnormalities in blood fat (lipid) levels, insulin/glucose (sugar), and elevated blood pressure (hypertension). Often gynaecologists, the health care provider to whom may women turn for help, have concerned themselves with only the first of these concerns and have been relatively insensitive to the latter two.

Symptoms

How PCOD is diagnosed?
The infertility, over-weight, menstrual cycle upset etc might become the reason for PCOD. The doctor might be the best person to describe the original condition. After the initial check up, the doctor might come to a conclusion about the real situation of the patient and about the tests that might be performed further.

Methods of diagnosis

The most modern and powerful methods like CT scan and MRI have drawbacks also. The CT scan might involve x-ray and injecting dyes. It might create problems in a few patients.

Remedies
Women with history of PCOD are advised to take Birth Control Pills which causes menstruation to occur every month thus reducing the production of cysts. Laparoscopy procedure may also be performed as needed, where in holes are drilled onto the walls of the ovaries making it thin for the egg to come out of the wall. This temporarily establishes recurrence of the cycle. It’s also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle with good diet, proper exercise and stress management.

Can Acne be a Sign of PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)?
If you are one who have never had acne but is suddenly showing acne outbreak along with irregular period, mood swings, weight gain, etc then you might have polycystic ovarian syndrome.

It is suggested that women who develop PCOD show greater enzyme (5-alpha reductase) activity that leads to the conversion of testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone). This sudden increase in DHT hormone can trigger the sebaceous gland (oil-producing) to enlarge and produce more oil, causing acne.

PCOD and Stress
Studies have suggested that regular practice of yoga can help treat polycystic ovarian syndrome. Since this is an endocrine disorder, regular practice of asanas and breathing exercises (pranayama) can help regulate polycystic ovary. Not only this, regular yoga practice can give boost to the overall health, thereby regulating all the internal organs, controlling weight, etc.

Comments

19 Responses to “PCOD in Women – Causes and Remedies”

  1. delna Says:
    March 29th, 2008 at 7:22 am

    I have PCOD and il be married next year, iam 28 yrs old, pls help.

  2. Amy Says:
    August 1st, 2008 at 8:31 pm

    I just found out I have PCOD. I’m 20 years old and run my own business. Try keeping stress levels down (yeah right)

  3. sandhya Says:
    December 18th, 2008 at 8:25 am

    i have a pcos in the left ovary iam trying for children. wht precautions need to take

  4. Sam Says:
    January 25th, 2009 at 11:13 pm

    I just found out on wedsnday and my doctor told me that a diabetic pill c alled metformin helps, it gets rid of like all of the systems, an that it is possible to have a kid you just need to see a gynocologist for some sort of pill

  5. Sujata Raj Says:
    February 13th, 2009 at 7:35 am

    1. Check with a qualified Gynae and get a comple lipid profile. This will show your insulin and Bad cholestrol count.

    2. Maintain a good lifestyle, like excersise regularly. An hour of brisk walking everyday helps a lot.

    3. Also try to eat lot of vegetables, fruits, and leafy vegetables.

    4. Also reduce portion sizes and stop taking butter, fried stuff, too much sugar, too much carbs, and bakery items.

    5. You can also do Yoga to manage your stress levels.

  6. anuja mestry Says:
    February 26th, 2009 at 7:37 am

    be4 6yrs i was diagnosed with pcod. tried all alopathy, homoepathy, ayurveda nothing worked. now i m 21 yrs old,now ovaries are not that bulky, but still m not getting regular menses. m taking treatment for more than 6 yrs now, plz help me out.

  7. manish Says:
    March 28th, 2009 at 3:51 pm

    my parnter we both had sex on the three day or last day of her periods. next day she took an i pill tablet for avioding
    Pregnant but on next day her periods started again . advice me what to do

  8. Nina Says:
    April 1st, 2009 at 7:27 pm

    I have had PCOD since i was about 14 years old. Its terrible I am married and I cannot seem to get pregnant. All my friends are having children, and im left out. UGH… help

  9. Cris Says:
    April 2nd, 2009 at 5:09 am

    Don’t worry your self over everything they tell you. Just take your medicines faithfully and it will all work out eventually. It took me 14 years but I have 2 beautiful children to show for it!

  10. Taylor Says:
    April 6th, 2009 at 4:45 pm

    I’m 15 years old i was told i have P.C.O.D the meds. they gave me are not helping i dont know how 2 handle it.

  11. Nadine Says:
    April 11th, 2009 at 4:58 am

    Until recently, I wasn’t interested in having children; but I’m almost 30, now and thought it was time to start a family. The doctor says I have PCOD, but is hopeful. She has me on oral contraceptives to regulate my uterus and get my body in rhythm, and is evaluating me, to see if insulin resistance is a problem, and if so she plans to use Metformin. She says Metformin often helps women with PCOD to ovulate. Once my menstrual cycles have evened out, we plan to use Clomid, or Clomid and Metformin to help with ovulation. She also said that Metformin helps women with insulin resistance avoid PCOD-related miscarriages.

    In the meantime, I’m on The Pill, trying to eat better and exercising more, so I can be ready when it is time to try. Be hopeful, it makes it easier to be happy. :)

  12. ROHINI Says:
    April 26th, 2009 at 10:56 am

    i am 26 year old unmarried i have pcod problem also acne hair loss weight gain what should i do?

  13. pooja Says:
    April 28th, 2009 at 5:28 pm

    i am having pcod, after consulting doctor i am thinking Navelon contraceptive pill will it helpful?

  14. MEENU Says:
    May 2nd, 2009 at 6:37 pm

    i m 25 yr old girl.i m marring in july. we r having family planning from 1 yr. I have pcod Right Ovary is 4.2*2.7*2.7cm.Vol.16cc. Leftovary=3.2*2.4*1.9cm.Vol.8cc.

    LEFT ovary shows follicle and is 2.1*1.6cm in size.

    how is my report what precautions should i take.and i will get pregnant na. Docter has given me family planning pill. Should i take. I am worried.

  15. banu Says:
    May 13th, 2009 at 5:10 am

    Dear doctor,
    I’ve been diagnosed with pcod 7 yrs ago, Im 27 yrs old with 2 kids.
    I’m obese with abnormal hair growth, thinning hair, acne, depression n everything possible to make look terrible. None of the doctors given advice or medication that works for me n I ended up being so helpless. Pls advice n give me some hope

  16. Carol Says:
    May 17th, 2009 at 3:17 pm

    I am 36 years old, and have been diagnosed with PCOD. I have not been able to have children and have been trying for 11 years. I recently went on Metformin, and am hoping for the best!

  17. nikita Says:
    May 20th, 2009 at 10:05 am

    hy hie…i m 16 yrs old and have found out that i have PCOD….and its quite shocking….n have irregular prds…. and i am afraid that in future i cant have kidz?????? HELP..!!!!!!!

    AND CAN HOMEOPATHY CAN CURE???????????

  18. CIndikd Says:
    August 12th, 2009 at 4:36 pm

    Look yall I am 35 I have had pcod since I was 15 I have one child. First you can not stress over not having children only causes more problems. Come to grips wth the thought of not having them. Most specialist will tell you birth control, metemorphine, and spironolactone are some of the best pills to be on to help with pcod and ALL of its symptoms. I did not have my child while taking these pills at 23 I was told would never happen I came to grips with it put all meds down and enjoyed! six months later I was prego!
    even told fertility pills would not work. Stop the stress!!!!!! major major major factor here.

  19. shugufta Says:
    August 23rd, 2009 at 9:50 am

    i am suffering from pcod from last 5 years. i dont have children. please advise

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